2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mariner | Gaus |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |